What is the name of your state? California
I've been going over California Codes 834-847(a) - those that deal with a non-peace officer arrest to determine if I can effect an arrest if someone violates the restraining order that my wife filed (and properly served) earlier today. Trouble is - we keep seeing this person at a nearby park and fully expect, based upon her past behavior, that she will violate the order.
If she does come within the restricted distance, is a citizens arrest appropriate? Am I open to litigation if I take that route? This woman has used violence against my wife - while our baby was present - before and I want to be prepared for the worst case. At the same time, I don't want to give this woman any legal ammunition.
thanks...
I've been going over California Codes 834-847(a) - those that deal with a non-peace officer arrest to determine if I can effect an arrest if someone violates the restraining order that my wife filed (and properly served) earlier today. Trouble is - we keep seeing this person at a nearby park and fully expect, based upon her past behavior, that she will violate the order.
If she does come within the restricted distance, is a citizens arrest appropriate? Am I open to litigation if I take that route? This woman has used violence against my wife - while our baby was present - before and I want to be prepared for the worst case. At the same time, I don't want to give this woman any legal ammunition.
thanks...